Land For Good

Growing farmland opportunity since 2004 by helping farmers, landowners & communities navigate #farmlandaccess, #landtenure, & #farmtransfer. RT/MT≠endorsements.

[Young Farmers @YoungFarmers]

In response to noticing that most of the information about the funding freeze was organization- and institution-focused, Land Advocacy Fellow alumnus Carly Boyer created this farmer-facing resource about the funding freeze: https://t.co/vFhqGSOSYd

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

Beginning farmers, join our field agent Will @CTNOFA's Winter Conference. Learn how to conduct a land search, how to assess farmland and infrastructure, the pros and cons of leasing vs. owning farmland, and strategies for making farmland more affordable. Link below for more info!

[CT NOFA @CTNOFA]

2025 Winter Conference Workshop Preview

LAND ACCESS: STRATEGIES FOR SECURITY ON LAND

Presented by Will O’Meara from @landforgood

https://t.co/geTRxRgB3y

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

2/20 webinar with @FTCLDF and @FarmAid. Rachel, our Program Manager, will share recommended practices for how to access land for farming and ranching, including how to conduct land searches, and how to develop sound leases and other land agreements. https://t.co/gLgmNol0ki

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

Join our team! 3 open positions – Maine Field Agent, Connecticut Field Agent, Farm Transfer Program Coordinator. A unique opportunity to work on the critical issue of #farmlandaccess and transfer in your region – and across #NewEngland! Learn more/apply: https://t.co/DMOthy8Bme

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

family communication, and how to identify a team of advisors to be better prepared to take the next steps.

Learn more about each free event and register https://t.co/j4NduXRaOD

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

Free events for #farmers in #RhodeIsland!
2/10 Land Leasing Round Table - Bring your lease & questions for a discussion on improving your leasing experience.
2/18 Farm Succession Info Night - Learn the basic components of succession planning and discuss management transfer, ...

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

Join our team! 3 open positions – Maine Field Agent, Connecticut Field Agent, Farm Transfer Program Coordinator. A unique opportunity to work on the critical issue of farmland access and transfer in your region – and across New England! Learn more/apply:
https://t.co/DMOthy99bM

[CT NOFA @CTNOFA]

ACTION ALERT!!! Support farmland access in CT by submitting testimony or registering to testify IN SUPPORT of H.B.5064 🌱 The public hearing for this bill is THIS FRIDAY, January 31st 2025 at 10am EST. CT farmland needs your help! https://t.co/gysAdwSYdW @WorkingLandsCT

[Civil Eats @CivilEats]

Check out the Civil Eats Food Policy Tracker–your daily source for food and farm policy changes taking place on Capitol Hill. https://t.co/bmObrTIoV5

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

Registration is open for our Farm Succession Schools in MA and ME!

Help us spread the word to senior farmers who are ready to dig in and start building their plan. They do not need to have an identified successor to participate.

Learn more: https://t.co/A9l1DjsfhU

[Young Farmers @YoungFarmers]

First @USDA_NRCS Buy-Protect-Sell Easement Closes in Vermont: @USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service unveils the new easement option that offers long-term protection of the land and ensures timely transfer of ownership to qualified producers.

https://t.co/fJolx6ogTW

[NSAC @sustainableag]

Exciting news from @RIFoodCouncil! The Rhody Feeding Rhody Alliance is making strides in connecting those in need w/ fresh food supporting 80+ farms & 25 seafood businesses! Great to see how the EAT Local Food Act ensures everyone has access to #LocalFood https://t.co/sZNEuKdPSv

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

real-world experiences. We'll cover various types of farming operations and guide you on assessing your land’s suitability. Learn what farmers need, how to find the right one, and how to create a successful lease.

Register now:
https://t.co/mKE7K1KsZS

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

Webinar next week! 10/24, 5:30-7:00pm. Do you want to partner with a farmer & explore your land's potential? Join us to discuss the challenges farmers face in accessing affordable farmland and the importance of leased land. Bring your questions for our panel of landowners sharing

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

Great read from @ModFarm highlighting Viva Farms and their recent success in facilitating a long-term #farmlandaccess solution for Francisco Farias. We're excited to be working with Viva Farms to help them further develop their farmland access support. https://t.co/rwtejAjTpW

[American Farmland Trust @Farmland]

Brighter Future Fund GRANT OPPORTUNITY for #livestock #farmers in CT, MA, NH, and VT: Grants of up to $10,000 are available to support field-based #conservation practice projects that improve soil health, water quality, and pollinator habitat. 🐝💧🐐 #farmgrant #farmfunding

[Land For Good @LandForGood]

Farmland access challenges continue to grow. As we field farmer inquiries directly we also work w/ service providers to address power in farmland access/tenure/transfer & landowners seeking to do more with their land to advance social justice. Find out how https://t.co/VP1ikJFxVy

[Farm Aid @FarmAid]

Our current farm bill is set to expire for the second time on September 30. It fails to address the many challenges family farmers face, including an inadequate farm safety net, climate change, land access, lack of support for organic producers and corporate control.

[NSAC @sustainableag]

Great piece from @WallaceCenter! The US govt spends $33B+ on food, yet mostly via giant corporations. More support for small & medium farms = healthier communities & fairer wages.📢We need permanent funding for the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program!⬇️
https://t.co/LYstQE69dA

[NSAC @sustainableag]

📢 Over 1,000 organizations representing every state in the US agree Congress must pass an equitable, resilient & sustainable #FarmBill2024 that invests in all farmers, strengthens our food system & builds a fair & accessible farm safety net.💌🔗Full text: https://t.co/pjJBJLly8O